Your government | Notices | Stuff to do | Plan ahead THE WEEK > Your government Monday, July 13 Homewood District 153 Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. in the James Hart School media center, 18220 Morgan St. The agenda is available here. Tuesday, July 14 Homewood-Flossmoor School[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle staff
MWRD targets odor concerns near Thornton Reservoir
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) expects to have two projects totaling $5 million to address odor mitigation near its Thornton Reservoir completed by the end of 2026, bringing total mitigation efforts over the past decade to $8.6 million, according to officials. Following three strong storms July[Read More…]
07.12.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
H-F Beast Obstacle Course Dash. From 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the H-F Racquet & Fitness Club, 2920 W. 183rd St., participants will be able to test themselves on an obstacle course. The dash for kids ages 6 through 14 will involve eight obstacles and a one-mile run. For participants age[Read More…]
07.11.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Homewood Farmers Market. The market will be open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Martin Square between Chestnut and Ridge roads in downtown Homewood. Barb & Dan’s Road Ride. A 25-mile fitness bike ride. Everyone stays together. Leaves GoodSpeed Cycles, 2125 W. 183rd St., every Saturday (weather permitting) at 8[Read More…]
07.10.2026 | What You Need To Know This Weekend
Friday, July 10 Fiber Friends Drop-In. Knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and quilters are welcome to stop by the conference room at Flossmoor Public Library, 1000 Sterling Ave., from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to share your projects with people of all skill levels. Bring your materials and group members can help you[Read More…]
07.09.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Flossmoor South Commuter Lot Repurposing Survey. The Village of Flossmoor and the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District are gathering community input on the idea of converting the underused commuter parking lot at 2616 Sterling Ave. into a park. Complete the survey here. Baby Bloomers. Homewood Public Library, 17917 Dixie Highway, will host story time for[Read More…]
07.08.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Storm Debris Pickup. Homewood officials are asking residents to place all storm-related branches, limbs and brush at the curb by today. Public Works crews will be collecting storm debris throughout the week but will make only one pass through each neighborhood. Flossmoor will continue free brush pickup for the month of[Read More…]
07.07.2026 | What You Need To Know Today
Flossmoor South Commuter Lot Repurposing Survey. The Village of Flossmoor and the Homewood-Flossmoor Park District are gathering community input on the idea of converting the underused commuter parking lot at 2616 Sterling Ave. into a park. Complete the survey here. Park Storytime. Homewood Public Library presents stories for babies to 2nd-graders from 10:30[Read More…]
Independence Day picnickers dodge puddles to enjoy Izaak Walton event
Conditions were soggy at Izaak Walton Preserve on July 4 after torrential rains the night before, but volunteers made everything work for the annual Independence Day community picnic. People dodged puddles and played games of bag toss, three-legged and sack races. Volunteers, including H-F High School National Honor Society members,[Read More…]
The Weeks | July 5: Flooding, power outages, D161 hires superintendent, sculpture walk, Flossmoor Station anniversary, Battle of the Chefs
Your government | Notices | Stuff to do | Plan ahead | Last week THE WEEK > Your government Monday, July 6 Flossmoor Board of Trustees meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will be Monday, July 20. Tuesday, July 7 Flossmoor Public Library Board of Trustees will meet at[Read More…]
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